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Echo TRIMMER ATTACHMENT SRM-261SB Operator's Manual

Summary of TRIMMER ATTACHMENT SRM-261SB

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    Grass trimmer/brush cutter operator's manual model srm - 261sb serial number 002001001 & up warning danger read rules for safe operation and instructions carefully. Echo provides an operator's manual and a safety manual. Both must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. X7502095200 x75...

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    2 i ntroduction welcome to the echo family. This echo product was designed and manufactured to provide long life and on-the-job- dependability. Read and understand this manual and the safety manual you found in the same package. You will find both easy to use and full of helpful operating tips and s...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 3 this symbol accompanied by the words warning and danger calls attention to an act or condition that can lead to serious personal injury to operator and bystanders. The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is shown within the circle is pr...

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    4 shaft decal warning danger • this unit can be dangerous and cause serious injury if improperly used. To reduce injury risk to operator, helpers and bystanders, read and understand the operators and safety manuals. • blindness can occur from objects that are thrown or ricocheted even with shield in...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 5 equipment warning danger • use only echo approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non approved attachment combination. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual. • echo, inc. W...

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    6 fuel warning danger fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, otherwise serious personal injury may result. • use an approved fuel container. • do not smoke near fuel. • do not allow flames or sparks near fuel. • fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 7 physical condition -- your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: - if you are tired or sick, - if you are taking medication, - if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well. Eye protect...

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    8 safe operation determine operation area • provide all operators of this equipment with the operator's manual and instructions for safe operation. • review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute to unsafe conditions. • spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and childr...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 9 extended operation / extreme conditions vibration and cold -- it is believed that a condition called raynaud’s phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibr...

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    10 d escription the echo product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, shield installation and other assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or echo dealer of damaged or missin...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 11 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 15 16 17 18 19 20 14 21 22 23.

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    12 1. Operator's manual - included in plastic bag (co-pack). Read before operation and keep in a safe place for future reference, i.E., operation, maintenance, storage and specifications. 2. Safety manual - included in plastic bag (co-pack). Read before operation to learn proper, safe operating tech...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 13 s pecifications * install and use u-handle when operating any model with blade. L e d o m b s 1 6 2 - m r s h t g n e l t f a h s ) . N i 9 5 ( m m 0 0 5 1 h t d i w t i n u ) . N i 0 . 3 1 ( m m 0 3 3 t h g i e h t i n u ) . N i 5 . 9 ( m m 1...

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    14 a ssembly echo approved optional attachments srm edger attachment #99944200470 srm cultivator attachment #99944200510 srm trimmer attachment #99944200540 srm hedge clipper attachment #99944200480 srm power pruner attachment #99944200530 prosweep attachment #99944200550 prothatch attachment #99944...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 15 5. Rotate locator pin (b) 1/4 turn clockwise to engage lower drive shaft hole. Insure locator pin is fully engaged by gently twisting lower drive shaft. Locator pin should snap flush in coupler. Full engage- ment will prevent further shaft rot...

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    16 front handle installation tools required: screwdriver. Parts required: front handle assembly 1. Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws. P re - o peration operation with blades preparing the trimmer/brush cutter for blade use warning danger blade use demands specific bru...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 17 plastic/nylon blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used. Do not use this blade for heavy weeds or brush! 8 tooth weed/grass blade p/n 69600120331 is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. Do not use this blade for b...

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    18 note in case of emergency, pull up on the quick release collar to disconnect the trimmer from the harness. Fuel fuel requirements -- gasoline - use 89 octane [ ] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to 15% mtbe (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol con...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 19 handling fuel -- warning danger fuel is very flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • use an approved fuel container. • do not smoke near fuel. • do not allow flames or sparks near f...

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    20 equipment check before operation a complete check of the unit must be performed; • check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed. • inspect fuel lines, tank and area around carburetor for fuel leaks. Do not operate unit if leaks are found. • inspect shield ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 21 o peration • provide all operators of this equipment with the operator's manual, and instructions for safe operation. • refer to the safety manual provided with the unit for proper trimming and brush cutting techniques. • during operation, the...

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    22 3. Start - pull rope. Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area and pull the recoil starter handle (d) until engine fires. 4. Open choke - run. Move the choke to the open - run position. Restart engine if necessary and allow to warm up running at idle for several minutes. Note if engine does not start...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 23 stopping engine 1. Release throttle. Allow engine to idle for a minute. 2. Stop switch - stop. Move stop switch button (a) backward to stop position. Warning danger if engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to stop position, close chok...

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    2 4 maintenance intervals / t n e n o p m o c m e t s y s e c n a n e t n i a m e r u d e c o r p d ' q e r l l i k s l e v e l r o y l i a d e r o f e b e s u y r e v e l e u f e r 3 s h t n o m 0 9 r o s r u o h 6 s h t n o m 0 7 2 r o s r u o h y l r a e y 0 0 6 s r u o h s e r u d e c o r p e c ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 25 air filter level 1. Tools required: cleaning brush, 25 or 50 mm (1 or 2 in.) medium bristle paint brush. Parts required: 90030 repower tm air & fuel filter kit. 1. Close choke (cold start position). This prevents dirt from entering the carbure...

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    26 warning danger catalytic mufflers operate at extremely high temperatures. Muffler area must be kept clean. Do not perform maintenance on the muffler until engine and muffler are completely cool, otherwise serious personal injury may occur. Spark plug level 2. Tools required: t-wrench (combination...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 27 1. Remove spark plug lead. 2. Remove two (2) muffler cover screws and muffler cover (a). 3. Remove screw and arm rest (b). 4. Remove engine cover (c). Important do not use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. 5. Use brush to ...

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    28 1. Remove engine cover (a). See “cleaning cooling system” pages 26 & 27 for step by step instructions. 2. Place piston at top dead center (tdc) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. 3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (b), screen holder (c), gasket (d) and screen (e) from muffler body....

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 29 1. Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (a) should be set to the specifications found on page 13 "specifications" of this manual. Turn idle screw (a) clockwise to increase idle speed; counter ...

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    30 drive shaft (upper) 1. Remove coupler from upper drive shaft assembly by loosening clamping screw (e) and removing set screw (f). 2. Remove upper flex drive cable, wipe clean and apply a thin coating 15 ml (1/2 oz.) of echo ® lube tm . 3. Install flex drive cable. Make sure that the flex cable en...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 31 5. Feed ends of line through housing eyelets (f) and place spool (b) over drive (g). Align pegs (h) on drive with notches in spool and push spool into drum. 6. Pull on both lines until they come free from notches (e) in spool. 7. Hold drum (a)...

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    32 m e l b o r p d r a h s t r a t s - - e n i g n e t r a t s t o n s e o d - - e n i g n e e s u a c y d e m e r e n i g n e s k n a r c t a l e u f r o t e r u b r a c t a l e u f o n r o t e r u b r a c d e g g o l c r e n i a r t s l e u f d e g g o l c e n il l e u f r o t e r u b r a c n a e ...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 33 1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children. Warning danger do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark. 2. Place the stop switch (a) in the "off" position. 3. Remove accu...

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    G rass t rimmer /b rush c utter o perator ' s m anual 35 notes.

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    S ervicing i nformation parts genuine echo parts and echo repower™ parts and assemblies for your echo products are available only from an authorized echo dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the model number and serial number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engin...